Ready to crank up your networking results without awkwardness? I'm introducing you to branding expert and former Disney storyteller Annie Franceschi as she reveals her practical, win-win approach to creating follow-up magic. Annie breaks down how business owners can make the most of every connection, with a seriously simple tool that takes the stress (and spreadsheets) out of referrals.

Whether you’re tired of stalled intros, hate sending cold emails, or want networking to actually feel fun, Annie shares why clear, upfront communication beats leaving things to chance and gives you the confidence to make real connections that build your business. 

Don't just hope someone remembers you after a networking call. Grab the free Referral Message Creator™ for a copy-and-paste intro about yourself to hand off to your new connections. 

Connect with Annie on LinkedIn and take a listen to more great tips from Annie on the Establish Yourself® Podcast

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What’s the simple way service providers can stay booked without posting 24/7? In this Friends of the Playhouse episode, Emily Reagan, founder of Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School and the Digital Marketers Work Group, shares practical ways to market yourself without the influencer grind.

You’ll hear why owning your role as a business owner changes everything, how collaborating with other service providers leads to better clients, what to do if referrals are your only pipeline, how to talk about your work with confidence, and a reframe that makes selling feel like helping. We wrap with a quick This or That: Service Provider Edition… raise your rates or tighten your boundaries?

Learn more about Emily on Instagram at @emilyreaganpr and on her podcast The Marketing Freelancer.

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Ever feel like you need permission to just… exist as a less-than-perfect business owner? On this Water Cooler episode, Rene Morozowich and Sheila Streetman step straight off the hamster wheel and talk about what it means to run a creative business minus the hustle cult pep talks. You'll hear them dish on “invisible offers”, how stepping back in your business isn’t failure (it’s smart, grown-up stuff), and give a permission slip to do business YOUR way. Plus, they dish out a surprising approach to not buying every business course, and possibly the strangest slushy order Sonic has ever received. Come for the decaf tea, stay for the laughs and permission to make your OWN rules.

Learn more about Rene and Sheila at:

(Rene) renemorozowich.com/connect/

(Sheila) go.sheilastreetman.com/vibe-files-freebie/

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What’s the real secret to stopping your dream clients in their tracks? In this episode, Dr. Mimi Zhou, a conversion copywriter for coaches and course creators, unpacks four headline formulas that hook your visitors and turn readers into clients. Mimi gives you permission to ditch perfection and go for quantity because only by writing dozens of headlines can you land on that one that truly works. 

Learn more about Mimi at: mimizhou.com/

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What if a few simple tweaks to your browser bookmarks could save you time and help you access your most important links in just one or two clicks? Trisha Markel (owner of Task Lemonade and admin extraordinaire) breaks down her easy but powerful system for decluttering and organizing browser bookmarks into practical folders. Trisha shares her go-to folder categories, tips for hiding the digital “mess,” and how her system mirrors her wider approach to digital organization. Whether you’re a solopreneur drowning in open tabs or a creative determined to wrangle business chaos, this episode will help you simplify, streamline, and get back precious mental energy.

Learn more about Trisha at: www.tasklemonade.com

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Are you unintentionally making it tough for English learners to have real conversations with you? In this 5 5-minute hot Take on the Playhouse Friends podcast, Vickie Kelty shares her practical, heartfelt advice from years of teaching and learning languages on both sides of the conversation. Discover four actionable tips to make your interactions more welcoming and supportive, from matching someone’s speed to using encouraging nonverbals, to being patient with pauses. Learn how subtle shifts in your approach can help foster connection, confidence, and belonging for everyone, everywhere. Tune in for small, thoughtful changes that have a big impact.

Learn more about Vickie at: www.vickiekelty.com/

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Forget the copywriting grind, there’s an easier, sweeter way. In this Hot Take , Darci Elle, a brand voice copywriter behind Sweet Tooth Creative, shares how the classic “Done For You” copywriting turned into the collaborative, flexible “Done With You” model. Discover why inviting clients behind the scenes isn’t just less stressful, but more effective. Darci unpacks how messy first drafts, live strategy chats, and real-time feedback can help you craft compelling website copy faster, with less pressure and more confidence. Perfect for outside-the-box thinkers who want their website to feel more like them, with less burnout and more fun.

Learn more about Darci at: sweettoothcreative.com/

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Think distractions are derailing your productivity? Think again. In this 5 Minute Masterclass, Sarah Bowser reframes how we see unexpected interruptions, showing how so-called “rabbit holes” can be valuable side quests that enrich our journey, especially for business owners with creative minds. She debunks productivity shame, helps you spot the gold in your detours, and highlights the positives of nonlinear paths. If you're looking for a more compassionate, fun, and powerful way to work with your brain (instead of fighting it), this episode will inspire your next great adventure. 

Learn more about Sarah at: thatweirdnerdymom.com/

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Is your brand blending in when it should be shouting your name from the rooftops? In this 5 Minute Masterclass, Sarah Wayte, a copywriter, brand photographer, and storytelling strategist,  shares why your brand might sound like everyone else’s… and how to inject more YOU into it. Sarah guides you to infuse your unique values, embrace your quirks, and uncover the common threads tying your story together. If you’re feeling stuck in bland messaging or repeating someone else’s formula, this quick episode will help you make your business unforgettable, unapologetic, and unmistakably yours.

Learn more about Sarah at: sarahwayte.com/

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Ever feel like posting on social media brings back awkward junior high vibes? In this 5 Minute Masterclass, business coach Kate Gilbert unpacks how to make showing up online feel less like a performance and more like real life. Discover simple mindset shifts to skip the comparison trap, release the pressure of perfection, and tap into true, AI-free, unfiltered connection. Kate shares how being genuinely human online is not only your secret weapon but the antidote to the “icky” feelings that sometimes come with scrolling. Listen for practical tips and a little encouragement to bring more YOU into your online presence.

Learn more about Kate at: kategilbert.com/

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